Zobra Hemphill-Ward
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Santa Monica, CA
Zobra is a psychotherapist based in Santa Monica, and focuses on helping individuals with trauma, anxiety, and
relationship dynamics, work stress, and self-esteem. She cares deeply about helping people grow by building insight and
connection. Her goal is to meet you where you are and support you as you move forward. Together, she’ll use your strengths
to cope, connect, and handle life’s challenges.
Meet Zobra Hemphill-Ward, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#150143). I help individuals and families manage life challenges. My support focuses on positive coping skills, self-efficacy, social support, and resiliency. Building these skills improves the ability to regulate relationships, nurture self-esteem, and develop identity.
Everyone’s situation is unique, and I am devoted to meeting you where you are on your journey toward steadiness and healthy relationships. This approach helps me appreciate and support the specific challenges families face as they work toward healthier lives, especially those from diverse backgrounds.
I have worked in group, outpatient, school-based, treatment, and private practice settings. I provide a warm, caring environment using a humanistic, strengths-based approach. My therapy is based on human behavior and family systems to address trauma, culture, cycles of violence, substance use, co-occurring disorders, and addiction in families.
I emphasize building a trusting therapeutic relationship with each client, fostering a safe space for self-reflection and growth through a non-judgmental approach. I value clients as experts in their own experiences and work in partnership with individuals and families to create meaningful, personal treatment plans, believing these joint efforts are key to effective therapy.
Experience & Credentials
Explore Zobra Hemphill-Ward’s education, clinical training, and professional background.
Education
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #150143). I hold a BA in Psychology from Cal State Dominguez Hills, an Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education from El Camino College, and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with a specialization in trauma from Pacific Oaks College.
Clinical Training
I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). I work with children who have Autism, OCD, ADHD, and other behavioral disorders. I also practice EMDR Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), focusing on mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Professional Experience
My experience includes roles as an Early Childhood Education Teacher, Preschool Site Supervisor, and Behavior Therapist before becoming a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and involved in the Los Angeles Chapter of CAMFT.
Therapy Services
Personalized, evidence-based care designed to support growth, healing, and long-term emotional well-being.
Support tailored to what you are actually carrying.
Therapy at Wellnezz is designed to help you feel more grounded, emotionally supported, and better equipped to navigate the challenges affecting your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.
Anxiety, Stress, and Emotional Overwhelm
Support for racing thoughts, chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, and the pressure of trying to hold everything together while feeling overwhelmed internally.
Trauma and Healing
Trauma-informed therapy that helps you process painful experiences, rebuild a sense of safety, and begin moving forward with greater steadiness and self-trust.
Self-Care for Professionals
A supportive space for professionals facing burnout, pressure, perfectionism, and the emotional weight of always needing to stay composed.
Relationships and Family Dynamics
Therapy that helps individuals and families improve communication, work through conflict, and create healthier, more connected patterns over time.
Thoughtful, evidence-based care with a deeply human approach.
Zobra’s work is grounded in trauma-informed therapy that helps clients feel supported, understood, and equipped with tools they can actually use outside of session.
Her approach is warm, structured, and collaborative—blending clinical training with real-life understanding to help clients process pain, regulate emotions, and move toward healthier patterns.
Respected by fellow therapists for her warmth, presence, and care.
Zobra is trusted by other clinicians for the compassion, professionalism, and intentionality she brings to her work with clients of all ages.
Zobra is an incredibly warm & compassionate therapist. Using humor, empathy, and wisdom, she is able to support kiddos through play therapy, empower parents, and provide attuned care to adults navigating life's challenges. A true pleasure to work with!
Shelby Stone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Zobra is deeply passionate about her work, and it shows in the dedication and attentiveness she brings to her clients. She is personable and professional in her approach, allowing her to build strong, trusting relationships with those she works with.
Stephanie Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Located in Santa Monica, California.
Wellnezz is conveniently located in Santa Monica, offering a calm and supportive space for therapy in an accessible Westside location.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, or healthier relationships, the practice provides a grounded setting to begin that work.
3231 Ocean Park Blvd, Suite 115
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Simple, transparent pricing.
Starting therapy should feel clear, supportive, and straightforward. Sessions at Wellnezz are designed to create meaningful progress over time through thoughtful, individualized care.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, or healthier relationship patterns, this process is meant to feel grounded from the very beginning—with clarity around what to expect and how to take the next step.
- Individual therapy sessions
- Couples therapy sessions
- Out-of-network provider
- Sliding scale available when eligible
Clear
A simple process with transparent pricing and a direct next step.
Personal
Care that is tailored to your needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Supportive
A grounded therapeutic experience focused on trust, progress, and meaningful change.
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